Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i vs Hunter 30 — Comparison
Hunter 30
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i | Hunter 30 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hunter |
| Year | 2008–2013 | 1991–1996 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Hunter Design Team |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.96 m (32.7 ft) | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.05 m (29.7 ft) | 7.92 m (26.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.34 m (11.0 ft) | 3.05 m (10.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) | 3,856 kg (8,501 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 1,588 kg (3,501 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) | 41.0 m² (441 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i and Hunter 30 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hunter 30 is a 1990s offering from Hunter from USA. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i was penned by Marc Lombard. The Hunter 30 was designed by Hunter Design Team.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i measures 9.96m (32.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.34m, compared to the Hunter 30 at 9.14m (30.0ft) with a 3.05m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is 0.82m longer than the Hunter 30. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i displaces approximately 32% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.46 and 48.0 m² of sail area. The Hunter 30, with an SA/D of 16.94 and 41.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Hunter 30 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Hunter 30 has a comfort ratio of 19.5 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i and 41.2% for the Hunter 30, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The Hunter 30 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L water and 57L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hunter 30 is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The Hunter 30 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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